Few elements in Freemasonry are as contentious as the holy book on the altar of the lodge. Is their a correct holy book?
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Symbols and symbolism is a collection of explorations into the deeper meaning of Freemasonry. Many of the entries include videos, art and original considerations.
How Old is Freemasonry?
The modern incarnation of Freemasonry dates to around 1717, but, was that truly the beginning of the “ancient” and honorable fraternity?
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Why Are Freemason’s Secretive?
What is Freemasonry hiding? Is there some great mystery at work in the secret workings of the Masonic Lodge? Why are Freemasons so Secretive?
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What is a Freemason?
Freemasons are the first step of a global fraternal organization with a history that spans more than 300 years. But more than a club, Freemasonry is a way of life for many who enjoy it’s rights and benefits. Learn more.
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Interview: Author Michael Schiavello
Phoenixmasonry Live! interviews world-renowned sports commentator and Masonic author, Michael Schiavello on his new book Know Thyself: Using the Symbols of Freemasonry to Improve Your Life. There are some interviewees that make life difficult for you. Sometimes it is like pulling teeth to get them to open up and expound on a question. Michael Schiavello, […]
Continue readingOrdo Ab Chao | Symbols and Symbolism
In this installment of Symbols and Symbolism, we explore the origins of the Latin phrase ordo ab chao better known as order out of chaos. Often taken as an esoteric alliteration of transformation, the source of this oft used Latin phrase has its roots deeply embedded in the origin story of the Scottish Rite in the Americas. While […]
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Great Architect of the Universe – Symbols and Symbolism
In this installment of Symbols and Symbolism, we look at Albert Mackey’s Encyclopedia of Freemasonry definition of the Great Architect of the Universe, more aptly know as the deity or God.
Continue readingRiding the Goat – Symbols and Symbolism
In this edition of Symbols and Symbolism, we look at a reading from Albert G. Mackey’s Encyclopedia of Freemasonry on the subject of Riding the Goat. Goat riding is one of those superstition that permeates most every corner of fraternal initiation. Not exclusively a Masonic institution, goat riding or making candidates “ride the goat” has been an aspect […]
Continue readingIn Hoc Signo Vinces – Symbols and Symbolism
In this installment of Symbols and Symbolism, we look at the meaning behind the iconic slogan of the York Right Knight Templars – In Hoc Signo Vinces (pronounced – in hohk sig-noh wing-kase). Translated from Latin to read “By this sign thou shalt conquer,” the motto, and its corresponding association with the passion cross are, […]
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Esoteric Freemasonry
In this edition of Symbols and Symbolism, we look at a reading from Albert G. Mackey’s Encyclopedia of Freemasonry on the subject of Esoteric Masonry. More installments of Symbols & Symbolism are available here and on YouTube. That secret portion of Masonry which is known only to the initiates as distinguished from exoteric Masonry, or monitorial, which is accessible to […]
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